The dangers of having fake wheels fitted to your car
Let’s face it, the cost of new wheels isn’t something everyone can afford.
The discounted prices of knock-off wheels might seem very tempting when compared to authentic products, but the prices are cheap because the product is cheap.
Fake wheels are not tested for compliance with safety standards and are often shoddily made just so that they are ready to trade for a quick buck. A safety test in Australia measured the impact on genuine wheels and fake wheels of a pothole that was hit at 50 km per hour (31mph), and the results were staggering.
Take a look at the following infographic by First Aid Wheels, a wheel refurbishment centre in London, and find out why opting for fake wheels is a big no-no!
Infographic supplied by First Aid Wheels